Over the last twenty years, Brett has been highly involved in Florida politics, first serving as special assistant to former Governor Jeb Bush in his first gubernatorial campaign in 1993. Brett has since served in leadership roles on numerous other statewide campaigns. He has pursued a variety of interests that include commercial real estate and statewide economic development.

Brett graduated from The Citadel. He resides in Tallahassee with his wife Iris and their daughters.